LLB (Hons) Law with Criminology (Placement Year) Bachelor's degree at Lancaster University

Gain an understanding of the English legal system through a consideration of the trial process in civil and criminal litigation, alternative dispute resolution and access to justice. You’ll develop a toolkit of practical legal skills and develop confidence in both oral and written competencies. You’ll also be supported to develop important self-management and employability skills to prepare you effectively for your studies and your future graduate career.

Contracts are legally enforceable agreements that are fundamental to the way business is done, property is transferred and services are obtained. They provide security to transactions and the basis for a wide range of legal relationships. Throughout the module you will learn the foundations of legal knowledge governing contracts in England and Wales.

Explore the dynamic field of Criminology where you will encounter a range of theoretical perspectives and debates that inform the discipline. Do you think that criminals are born bad? Or do they learn this behaviour from their families or as a product of where they grow up? We’ll debate it all! You will study both positivistic and social analyses of crime and criminalisation and learn to evaluate criminological theory in relation to a range of intellectual movements. You’ll evaluate these theories in relation to academic scholarship, empirical evidence, popularity and application in crime policy and practice, and in relation to their geographical, social, cultural and historical locations.

Learn about the legal system of England and Wales by using primary legal materials such as cases and statutes and delegated legislation/statutory instruments. You’ll begin to understand precedent, court structure and hierarchy and the different legal services and personnel. You will develop the academic legal skills that you need to succeed in your law degree.

Criminal law can be examined in many ways. You will examine selected methods and the key concepts of this law and understand how they are used by judges, academics and others to solve the practical problems presented by the administration of criminal law. You’ll investigate both the positivist approach that considers the legal rules, the substantive crimes and the conditions of criminal responsibility and the contextual approach that examines the law in practice, the law in its social context and the social context in criminal law.

The notion of power is a recurrent theme within Public Law. You will explore the allocation, balancing and legitimate exercise of public power and the mechanisms for holding those who wield that power to account. Throughout the module, you will undertake a legal, political and historical exploration of the United Kingdom’s constitutional arrangements to understand public law in its wider context. You will consider four substantive areas of public law: The development of the United Kingdom’s constitution, including the principles and conventions which underlie it The interaction of these principles and conventions with the major institutions of the constitution (Parliament, Government, and Ju

Tort law addresses civil wrongs, aiming to provide a legal remedy. The scope of these civil wrongs is broad. For instance, tortious remedies might be sought in cases as varied as negligence causing harm, nuisances between neighbours and intentional wrongs. You will study core concepts in tort law at an introductory level. Topics covered may include: Key principles in tort Negligence Intentional torts Nuisance Defamation Vicarious liability Related defences and remedies may also be covered. The study of tort law is mandatory for a qualifying law degree

This module introduces you to the scholarship in criminological theory and the sociology of deviance from the nineteenth century to the present. A unifying theme is the relationship between the problem of social order and strategies of social control as this has been conceived since the late nineteenth century. You will learn about the social and political context from which these various theories have emerged as well as their place within the intellectual development of Criminology.

Land Law immerses you in real life scenarios to promote an understanding of how land law really works. The module provides opportunities to work through legal problems from the perspective of a legal practitioner and discuss some of the documentation and protocols that are used by property lawyers. We encourage lively debate and discussion and aim to develop your skills in critical thinking and reasoning logically and creatively, challenging convention and understanding how land law interacts with society.

Gain a foundational understanding of business law with a comprehensive overview of the legal framework that underpins contemporary business practice. You will begin by analysing the legal implications associated with diverse corporate structures, including companies, partnerships, limited liability partnerships (LLPs) and sole proprietorships. You will go on to examine and explore: The concepts of legal personality and limited liability and their practical application The legal principles governing internal management and decision-making processes within the organisational context The legal dimensions of business financing and payment methods The taxation of corporate entities and their stak

The European Union Law module provides an in-depth exploration of the legal framework of the European Union, its foundational principles and its evolving relationship with the UK. You will examine the nature of EU law, the structure of the EU legal system and the key concepts that make it unique. You’ll explore the competences of the EU and its nature as a supranational legal order, as well as the primary and secondary sources of EU law. You will also examine the core doctrines of EU law such as direct effect, direct applicability and the supremacy of EU law, as well as the ongoing relationship between EU and UK law following the UK’s withdrawal from the EU.

Family Law aims to examine law as it impacts upon the family as a unit and upon the individuals within a familial group. It takes law as an object of study and examines how family relationships are understood in that context. You are expected to explain, analyse and evaluate the legal rules, concepts and values governing and regulating intimate or domestic relationships. You will locate the development of the law, including the institutions and procedures, within a broader historical, demographic and social context. The module will promote awareness of the implications for family law of the incorporation of the European Convention on Human Rights into the UK. You will examine: The relationsh

Gain a clear understanding of what international law is and how it operates. The key areas you will cover are: The sources of international law, with particular attention on treaties and custom The subjects of international law, especially states and international organisations How international law relates to national law Responsibility for breaches of international law Settling disputes in international law, including the role of the International Court of Justice The immunities enjoyed by states and diplomats

Gain a comprehensive overview of mediation and conflict resolution principles and practices. You will explore the nature of conflict, various conflict styles and the theoretical underpinnings of mediation. You’ll learn practical skills in active listening, communication, negotiation and facilitation that will prepare you to effectively manage and resolve disputes in various contexts. The module emphasises ethical considerations and cultural sensitivity in mediation. You will develop a deep understanding of the mediation process and gain confidence in applying these skills to real-world scenarios, fostering constructive dialogue and building positive relationships.

Knowledge of Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution is an essential part of the Solicitors Qualifying Exam and in this practical module you will examine some of the core principles of litigation and dispute resolution in England and Wales. You will focus on a simulated case, reminiscent of the type of cases handled by large commercial law firms. You’ll cover several different stages of a case, from the first client meeting to trial. Your learning will focus on practical skills such as legal drafting and advocacy.

In this module you will focus on the criminal justice response to children in conflict with the law. The prevalence and nature of youth crime has been a persistent concern for society and is regularly subject to media and political debate. You will examine trends in youth justice policy as well as various possible responses to offending behaviour. You’ll focus particularly on the tension between conceptualising individuals as 'children in trouble' or 'children in need' and an explore how this shapes youth justice policy and practice. Whilst the current focus on ‘child-first’ youth justice highlights the need to remove the label of ‘offender’, you will examine how far a ‘child-first’ approach

This module aims to provide you with knowledge and understanding of: The range, extent and nature of cybercrime in the 21st Century. The role of the Internet and other ICT in criminal networking, planning and communication for both cyber (online) and 'traditional' (offline) crime. The challenges inherent in responding to cybercrime and online aspects of traditional crime and criminality. Criminal justice and other (e.g. personal and private security) responses to cybercrime and criminality. The application of established criminological theories to cybercrime and online criminality.

Commercial law is the area of law governing the way goods and services are bought and sold, together with connected questions of ownership of goods, responsibility for what happens to them ("risk"), storing and transporting and paying for them. In this module you will study key areas of commercial law, typically including agency, sale of goods, bailments, carriage of goods and commercial dispute resolution.

How does the law regulate the world of work? Who is protected, what rights do workers have and what responsibilities do employers bear? This module provides a comprehensive introduction to UK employment law. You will focus on key topics such as: Employment contracts Wages Working time Work-life balance Equality at work Dismissal redundancy Collective labour rights You will gain a solid understanding of key statutes and case law, develop a critical and analytical perspective on related legal rules and evaluate the underlying social and policy principles. Whether you’re pursuing a legal career, working in HR, a trade union, government agencies, or simply want to understand workplace rights, th

The landscape of financial crime has dramatically shifted in recent decades, becoming a pervasive threat to economies worldwide and legal systems are constantly challenged to adapt. In this module you will delve into the core aspects of this complex field, specifically: fraud, money laundering, terrorism financing and the increasingly intertwined relationship between financial crime and cybercrime, where technological advancements often outstrip regulatory capabilities. You will analyse how these crimes operate, including where appropriate, the implications of technology - cryptocurrencies, ransomware, dark web on these crimes - emphasising the inherent difficulties in effective legal enforc

Explore the nature, scope and impact of human rights legal provisions and the wider culture of civil liberties legal reasoning on domestic law. You will acquire the reasoning tools to understand, analyse and independently evaluate human rights issues, for example, through wider ideals (such as human dignity), specifically human rights concepts, (such as proportionality) and particular mechanisms of the Human Rights Act 1998. It is an important principle of human rights law that rights should be enjoyed not just in theory but also in practice and you will consider particular areas of human rights law, not just as a set of rules, but as a dynamic body of principles that have concrete and socia

This module examines how international law is applied in practice in three key areas: The use of force in international relations, including the law of armed conflict and its enforcement in international criminal law The different regimes for territory, covering land, sea, air and outer space International law and the protection of the environment

Explore contemporary issues surrounding the law’s impact upon the lives of children and young people. In this module you will take both a theoretical and practical approach to understanding and applying the law. You will have the opportunity to work through legal case studies from the perspective of a practitioner. You’ll look at a range of topics that involve children and young people, such as children’s and parental rights, rights to education and special educational needs and children’s rights in relation to protest and punishment. In addition, you will focus on practical legal skills such as drafting, legal letter writing and legal research.

Legal Technology is a topic of growing importance. You will explore areas of interest in legal tech and will examine the legal and social implications of key innovations. You’ll study how design thinking can be applied to create innovative solutions to legal problems and will consider the deployment of technology in ways that enhance the experiences of practising law and delivery of legal services. There will also be analysis of the social implications of these technological developments. Many of these issues will be examined from a practical perspective.

Many commentators claim that organised crime is one of the greatest problems facing contemporary societies. Law enforcement officials around the world have reported a significant increase in the range and scope of international criminal activity since the early 1990s. Worldwide shifts in social, political and economic arrangements- often described as ‘globalisation’ - have opened up opportunities for organised crime groups. The extent of groups involved in transnational organised crime (TOC) and the profits made means TOC has become a priority area for governments around the world.

Explore a range of topics and perspectives related to Contemporary Issues in Policing. This module will cover three key core areas: The role of the police in a contemporary and historical context Key policing concepts Contemporary issues related to policing in the UK You will develop an understanding of contemporary issues in policing in the UK and critically consider the role of police officers within the criminal justice system. You’ll gain a critical understanding of key policing concepts such as police power, accountability and ‘cop culture’ and interpret theories in the context of policing.

Research provides an important means of producing knowledge and evidence within Criminology. It also contributes to the planning and evaluation of policies and provisions operating within the criminal justice system (CJS); an area of interest for criminologists. Focusing on real-world research in the ‘field,’ you will study the theoretical foundations of how knowledge and evidence is understood and produced and how this underpins the methods adopted by researchers. You will explore the methods commonly used in criminological research such as: Quantitative questionnaires Evaluation and randomized control trials (RCTs) Qualitative interviews Ethnography New innovative creative methods Particip

This module will explore questions such as: How can we know about the true extent of crime? Are official data sources valid and reliable in informing crime-related policy? Can we predict future offending behaviour? How should we evaluate crime reduction programmes? By the end of the module, you will have some of these answers. You will be learning and working with different data sources related to crime and criminal justice, exploring data from police-recorded crime, the Crime Survey for England and Wales and criminal justice statistics from the courts. You will develop highly valuable skills in data-handling and analysis during the computer workshops. You do not require any previous knowled

This module will allow you to spend the year working in a graduate-level placement role in the industry or sector that interests you most. Throughout the year, you will build an awareness of what is required in the professional workplace whilst developing a range of transferable skills. During the module you will reflect on and critically analyse: your own career readiness, the ongoing development of your self-awareness in terms of skills and professional knowledge, and your understanding of current workplace practices and professional etiquette. Our Careers and Placements Team will support you during your placement with online contact and learning resources.

Explore the world of equity and trusts law by examining and locating the subject within its broad historical context to identify its development and functioning over time. You will discover and explore the key themes, concepts and issues prevalent in equity and trusts law today, including the key elements required for the validity and operation of various types of trusts, as well as relevant aspects of equitable remedies. You will also consider modern uses and policies.

A Law dissertation is an opportunity to become an expert in a focused area of the law, under the supervision of world-leading researchers in your chosen field. You will study independently to produce a dissertation to answer a research question chosen by you. This is particularly suitable if have a strong interest in deepening your understanding of a specific legal area and are able to work independently. You will develop high-level research skills as you synthesize a wide range of primary and secondary legal sources, placing them within their wider societal and disciplinary contexts. The transferable skills gained in this module will be useful both in future legal careers and in research an

This module introduces Company Law, covering its core principles, key stakeholders and the significance of separate legal personality in corporate structure and liability. You will examine and explore: The concept of separate legal personality and its significance in corporate structure and liability The role of the company constitution in defining governance frameworks, as well as the duties, powers and liabilities of directors in managing corporate affairs The share capital maintenance rules that ensure financial stability and creditor protection The key aspects of company contracts and how companies enter into legal agreements Shareholders’ rights and remedies, including unfair prejudice

Study the current law of the environment in England and Wales. You will consider key aspects of environmental law such as overarching principles, policies and methods of regulation. You’ll explore some of the international environmental obligations that bind the UK. Specific areas covered might include: Principles of environmental law and regulation Civil and criminal liability for environmental harm Climate change Development control Protecting habitats and landscapes and the prevention Prosecution of water pollution offences

Examine the principles of UK immigration and asylum law. Asylum is a subject seldom out of the media and it has received unprecedented political attention in the last few decades. Immigration is a considerable subject and in this module, you will focus mainly on the asylum process. You’ll consider the general issues through the study of topics such as: The nature of an asylum claim The link between human rights and asylum Immigration detention the foreign prisoner crisis Deportation

Study the principal features of Inheritance Law in England and Wales, including wills and intestacy. Taking a practical focus, you will examine the law from a practitioner perspective developing skills such as drafting letters and memos. You’ll understand and be able to apply the principal features of inheritance law in England and Wales, understand property ownership/trusts and their interaction with laws on death and have a critical awareness of the history and socio-legal context within which inheritance laws operate.

Gain an introduction to the framework and key principles underpinning health care law and ethics. You’ll build on your understanding of these foundational issues through exploring specific and complex areas of health care law and practice, from a medico-legal and ethical perspectives. The chosen areas will reflect the continual developing nature of medical and ethical practice and will be relevant today. You will develop your legal and ethical knowledge and skills of critical analysis in areas which continue to grow in significance, including life and death.